| Report of Reference Committee A |
| A-1 Report of the Council |
The report reviewed the informational and action items of
the Council for quarterly meetings in August and October 2005 and January
2006. The action items were adopted and the report was filed.
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| A-1(a) Supplemental Report of the Council |
The Council met May 11, 2006. The audit by Meyners and Company, LLC, reported that the financial statements were presented fairly and in all material respects, the financial position of the Society as of March 31, 2006, shows the changes in net assets and cash flow for the year in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles. The 2006-2007 budget was approved with revenues projected at $1,349,475 and expenses at $1,348,340.
The Society supported the CDC recommendations for a comprehensive immunization strategy to eliminate transmission of the Hepatitis B virus infection in the United States.
NM State Senator Tim Jennings of Roswell was nominated as an honorary member of the New Mexico Medical Society.
The action items were adopted and the report was filed.
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A-2 Nominating Committee
The following were elected by the House of Delegates:
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| President: | James Tryon MD, Albuquerque, Family Practice |
| President-elect: | Albert Kwan MD, Clovis, General Surgery |
| Vice President: | Dan Derksen MD, Albuquerque, Family Practice |
| Delegate AMA: | Jerry McLaughlin MD, Hobbs, OB/GYN |
| Alternate Delegate: | Kathleen Blake MD, Albuquerque, Cardiology |
| Secretary/Treasurer: | Peter Beaudette MD, Albuquerque, Ophthalmology |
Young Physician
Section AMA: | Eric Anderson MD, Santa Fe, Urology |
Nominating
Committee | Steven Komadina MD; two-year term
Barbara McGuire MD; two-year term
Kathleen Blake MD; one-year term
Stephen Haynes MD; one-year term
James Spence MD; appointed chair; one-year term
David Elliott MD; appointed; one-year term
Robin Tuchler MD; appointed; one-year term |
| The report was filed |
| A-3 Report of the Constitution and Bylaws Committee
The House of Delegates considered three provisions to change the NMMS Constitution and Bylaws:
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The House of Delegates considered three provisions
to change the NMMS Constitution and Bylaws:
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| 1. | Inclusion of a post graduate resident component society to have representation on the Council. The amendment was adopted. |
| 2. | Inclusion of an organized medical staff section. The amendment was defeated and referred to the Constitution and Bylaws Committee. |
| 3. | Addition of the Clinical Prevention Initiative (CPI) as a standing committee and changes in wording regarding the appointment and selection of committee members for the Continuing Medical Education (CME) Committee. The amendments were adopted. The report was filed. |
| A-4 Report of the American Medical Association
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| The report reviewed the activities of the AMA annual and interim meetings by the delegates to the American Medical Association. The House of Delegates endorsed Dr. Barbara McAneny's re-election campaign for the AMA Council on Medical Service. The report was filed.
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| A-5 Report of the Young Physician Section
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| The report reviewed the activities of the YPS at the 2005 annual and interim meetings of the AMA young physician section. The report was filed.
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| A-6 Report of the Continuing Medical Education Committee
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| The report updated the House of Delegates on the accreditation of institutions by the NMMS CME committee. The institutions provided 180 programs with 1,305 hours of instruction and participation by 7,297 physicians. The report was filed.
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| A-7 Report of the Advisory Committee to Children's Medical Services
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| The report updated the House of Delegates on the important issues facing Children's Medical Services. The report was
filed.
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| A-8 Report of the New Mexico Medical History Committee
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| The report reviewed the oral histories conducted by Jake Spidle PhD and on an exhibit on Civil War medicine prepared for the 2006 NMMS annual meeting. The report was
filed.
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| A-9 Report of the Liaison Committee to Managed Care
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| The report reviewed a presentation by the Department of Health on health care for the developmentally disabled (DD) population. Representatives from managed care organizations indicated that DD medical management, preventive care programs, and other resources are in place. The committee recommended the issue be referred to the Liaison Committee to Human Services Department as most individuals are covered by Salud plans. The report was
filed.
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| A-10 Report of the Public Relations Committee
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| The committee did not award the Guy Rader
journalism award this year because entries submitted did not meet the
criteria. The report was
filed.
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| A-11 Report of the Clinical Prevention Initiative
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| The committee recommended that the NMMS House of
Delegates adopt the following amendments to the CPI governance guidelines:
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Requirements
1. Any materials developed with the CPI name or logo for public or media distribution to include but not limited to articles (in books, journals, magazines, newspapers, etc), advertising or media campaigns, pamphlets, brochures, public service announcements, etc., shall be submitted to and approved by the CPI program manager and the CPI executive committee prior to printing or recording.
2. Use of or reference to the Clinical Prevention Initiative name, logo, materials, etc. in public or media distribution to include but not limited to articles (in books, journals, magazines, newspapers, etc), advertising or media campaigns, pamphlets, brochures, public service announcements, etc., shall be submitted to and approved by the CPI program manager and the CPI executive committee prior to printing or recording. This restriction does not apply to use of or mention or reference to CPI in informational contexts such as an interview on prevention or disseminating name and contact info for CPI in a health plan newsletter.
3. Non compliance with the restrictions and specifications in this section will be referred to the CPI executive committee for consideration of appropriate action
Committee Procedures
1. Executive committee voting decisions require a simple majority with at least one vote from both DOH medical director and NMMS president or their appointed proxy.
2. Any and all funding support will be cleared with the executive committee prior to its acceptance to avoid potential conflicts of interest.
The amendments were adopted and the report was filed.
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| A-12 Report of the Ad Hoc Committee to Study NMMS Organizational Structure
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| The report reviewed the committee's discussion regarding various organizational structural matters: the Council, House of Delegates and component societies. The committee proposed several amendments to the Constitution and Bylaws committee to include a post graduate resident component society and an organized medical staff section. See Constitution and Bylaws Committee Report. The report was
filed.
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| Resolution A-100 Autonomy and Self-Governance of Organized Medical Staffs
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| RESOLVED |
that the New Mexico Medical Society adopt as its own policies, the policies of the American Medical Association, which address organized medical staff autonomy and self-governance, incorporating by reference those policies listed in Attachment B to this resolution which are available in full text form in the compendium of Policies of the AMA House of Delegates; and be it further
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| RESOLVED |
that upon the request of one or more New Mexico Medical Society members, that NMMS investigate complaints of interference with the rightful autonomy and self-governance of any organized medical staff in New Mexico, and based upon the results of any such investigation, that NMMS use its influence and its resources, and if necessary request the assistance of the American Medical Association, to bring about a satisfactory restoration of medical staff autonomy and self-governance.
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| The resolution was adopted.
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| Resolution A-101 Leveling the Playing Field
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| RESOLVED |
that NMMS support only those contracts containing covenants not to compete where all parties to the agreement have an equivalent restrictive covenant, such as occurs in group practices where all partners have the same non-compete provision; and be it further
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| RESOLVED |
that NMMS submit a resolution to the American Medical Association asking the AMA to adopt policy to support only those contracts containing restrictive covenants not to compete where all parties to the agreement have an equivalent restrictive covenant, such as occurs in group practice where all partners have the same non-compete provision.
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| The resolution was referred to the Council for decision.
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| Resolution A-102 Pay for Performance
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| RESOLVED |
that the New Mexico Medical Society follow AMA policy on pay for performance providing support, privileges, and guidelines as adopted in June 2005.
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| The resolution was adopted.
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| Resolution A-103 30th Anniversary-New Mexico Medical Malpractice Act and
Availability of Liability Insurance
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that NMMS express its appreciation to the dedicated founding and supporting physicians, APA and its local advisory board, underwriting and claims staff, and the Liaison Committee to NMMS and NM State Bar who have all maintained the original objectives of the New Mexico Medical Malpractice Act and have kept liability insurance available for the past 30 years through vigorous defenses in the halls of the NM legislature, various state departments, courts, amicus briefs, and allied professional groups; and, be it further
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| RESOLVED |
that NMMS commemorate 30 years (1976-2006) of the New Mexico Medical Malpractice Act and the resulting availability of liability insurance from NMPMLC/APA by displaying this resolution on the walls of the Society's headquarters and publishing it in the Society's newsletter as a tribute to the dedicated physicians who volunteered to achieve this historical occasion.
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| The resolution was adopted.
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| Resolution A-104 Vaccines Containing Thimerosal
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| RESOLVED |
that the New Mexico Medical Society remain committed to continuing to achieve the goal of fully immunizing 100% of our children; and, be it further
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| RESOLVED |
that the New Mexico Medical Society work with the New Mexico Pediatric Society and the New Mexico Department of Health to increase immunization rates among persons who are recommended to receive influenza immunization. All licensed vaccines should be used, with preference given to vaccines containing no more than trace amounts of mercury; and, be it further
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| RESOLVED |
that the New Mexico Medical Society work with the New Mexico
Pediatric Society and the New Mexico Department of Health together to
encourage the production and use of vaccines containing no more than
trace amounts of mercury; and, be it further
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| RESOLVED |
that the Clinical Prevention Initiative Immunization Workgroup make recommendations to the New Mexico Department of Health and the New Mexico Influenza Vaccine Consortium regarding recommended improvements to the distribution of influenza vaccine to healthcare providers that provide the vaccine to children and pregnant women; and, be it further
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that the New Mexico Medical Society recommends the New Mexico Department of Health prepare a draft plan for the immunization against influenza of children ages two through five and present this draft plan to the Clinical Prevention Initiative Immunization Workgroup, the New Mexico Influenza Vaccine Consortium, the New Mexico Pediatric Society and the New Mexico Medical Society for review and input; and, be it further
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| RESOLVED |
that the New Mexico Medical Society encourage healthcare providers to preferentially purchase influenza vaccine that is mercury-free or contains only trace amounts of mercury for pregnant women and young children whenever possible, provided that the implementation of this preference does not impede the adequate supply and distribution of influenza vaccine.
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| The resolution was adopted.
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| Resolution A-105 IOM Report on QIO Program
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that the medical review duties currently included in the Medicare QIO scope of work continue to remain the responsibility of the federally designated QIO in each state through the end of the current Eighth Scope of Work on into the Ninth Scope of Work and beyond; and be it further
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| RESOLVED |
that medical review of physicians continue to be performed by physicians taking into account both cultural competency and local conditions; and be it further
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| RESOLVED |
that the NMMS American Medical Association delegation introduce a resolution at the 2006 AMA annual meeting opposing removal of medical review responsibilities from the QIO scope of work and further opposing conversion of contracts to national or regional contractors.
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| The resolution was adopted.
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| Report of Reference Committee B |
| B-1 Report of the Legislative Committee |
The report reviewed the bills introduced at the 30-day legislative session. With the assistance of Senator Tim Jennings, physicians received a $33 million fee increase for Medicaid. The Society is working with HSD for its implementation for July 1, 2006. The report was filed.
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| B-2 Report of the New Mexico Medical Society Political Action Committee |
All members are encouraged to join the PAC and contribute $1,000. The report was filed.
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| B-3 Report of the Liaison Committee to the Departments of Health and Environment |
The report gave an overview of discussion regarding implementing the $33 million for physician reimbursement. The committee wants to maximize the reimbursement for the most-needed services. The report was filed.
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| B-4 Report of the Liaison Committee to Human Services Department |
The report gave an overview of discussion
regarding implementing the $33 million for physician reimbursement.
The committee wants to maximize the reimbursement for the most-needed
services. The report was filed.
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| B-5 Report of the Medical-Legal Committee |
The report gave a statistical overview of the activities of the medical legal panel. Of cases heard:
31% settled; 37% dropped; 31% filed in court (with 97% physician wins and 3% plaintiff verdicts). The report was
filed.
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| B-6 Report of the Professional Review and Advocacy Committee |
The report gave an overview of the committee's interaction with the Carrier Advisory Committee and Pinnacle Business Solutions Inc., formerly Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield. The report was
filed.
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| B-7 Report of the New Mexico Medical Society and New Mexico State Bar |
The report reviewed the activities of SM 7 Liability Task Force. The Society was instrumental in keeping the Medical Malpractice Act from being amended and keeping affordable and available liability insurance for physicians in New Mexico. The report was
filed.
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| B-8 Report of the Liaison Committee to the University of New Mexico School of Medicine
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The report reviewed the committee's discussion of non-compete clauses at UNM School of Medicine at the request of the NMMS Council. The committee concluded the non-compete clauses were appropriate. The Society continues to discuss legislative agendas to ensure that both organizations work together. The report was
filed.
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| Resolution B-200 New Mexico Health Care Takes on Diabetes Legislation
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| RESOLVED |
that the New Mexico Medical Society urge New Mexico Health Care Takes on Diabetes to develop a specific plan for the upgrading and coordination of diabetic services along with specific goals; and be it further
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| RESOLVED |
that the New Mexico Medical Society collaborate with New Mexico Health Care Takes on Diabetes to pass legislation to provide the needed funding for the specific plan and to continue providing physicians and allied health personnel with regularly updated guidelines and other information; and, to support the development and implementation of a statewide diabetes network to support physicians, allied health personnel, and patients.
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| The resolution was adopted.
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| Resolution B-201 Sales Tax on Cigarettes
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that the New Mexico Medical Society propose the New Mexico state sales tax on cigarettes be increased to equal the highest sales tax of any of the adjacent states, which currently is at $1.18 in Arizona; and be it further
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| RESOLVED |
that revenue from increasing tax on cigarettes be earmarked for smoking cessation and prevention.
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| The resolution was adopted.
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| Resolution B-202 Tobacco Settlement Fund-Smoking Cessation
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that NMMS propose that a larger portion of the Tobacco Settlement Fund going to the state of NM to be used for smoking cessation.
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| The resolution was referred to the Council for decision.
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| Resolution B-203 Emergency Preparedness
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| RESOLVED |
that the NMMS reaffirm existing policy regarding plans for emergency medical preparedness for potential natural disasters or terrorist attacks.
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| The House of Delegates expresses its appreciation to
Dr. Thomas Pascuzzi for his efforts in this area.
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| The resolution was adopted.
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| Resolution B-204 Expedited Partner Therapy
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| RESOLVED |
that the New Mexico Medical Society support the option of expedited partner treatment for sexually transmitted diseases consistent with the most current version of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, "Expedited Partner Therapy in the Management of Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Review and Guidance", when conducted in accordance with protocols developed by the New Mexico Department of Health; and, be it further
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that the New Mexico Medical Society support such changes in the Medical Practice Act and/or rules and regulations that - while preserving the general principle of requiring a doctor-patient relationship prior to treatment - would provide an exception in the specific context of expedited partner treatment to give physicians and physician assistants the option of using CDC-defined expedited partner treatment for sexually transmitted diseases without fear of being in violation of the Medical Practice Act.
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| The resolution was adopted.
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| Resolution A-106 Allan Haynes Jr., MD
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| RESOLVED |
that the New Mexico Medical Society House of Delegates
express its warmest appreciation for Allan Haynes, Jr. MD and for his many
years of extraordinary service and diligent efforts to improve health care
in the State of New Mexico; and be it further
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| RESOLVED |
that this resolution be framed and presented to Alan Haynes, Jr., MD.
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| The resolution was adopted by acclamation.
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Resolution A-107 Kristine Bordenave MD
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| RESOLVED |
that the New Mexico Medical Society recognize Dr. Kristine
Bordenave's excellent work and express its appreciation for her efforts.
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| RESOLVED |
that this resolution be framed and presented to Alan Haynes, Jr., MD.
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| The resolution was adopted by acclamation.
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